Bill > SB398

This bill modifies the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act by updating administrative procedures for orders to show cause issued by the Director of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control. The changes clarify that when the Director has reason to believe a drug registration is operating inconsistently with regulations, they must issue a written order specifying the nature of the violation. The bill establishes that all alleged violations will be automatically deemed admitted unless the registrant requests an administrative hearing within 30 days, and if a registrant fails to request a hearing or appear after requesting one, the Director can issue a default final order. The bill also limits jurisdiction and venue for any registration-related legal actions to the district court of Oklahoma County, provides mechanisms for quashing or modifying subpoenas, and allows the Director to impose administrative penalties up to $5,000 per day for violations. Additionally, the bill maintains the Director's authority to immediately suspend a registration if there is an imminent danger to public health or safety, and allows the Director to prohibit a registrant from reapplying for registration for up to five years following an annulment, revocation, or denial. The bill includes an emergency clause, indicating its immediate implementation upon passage.

Health and Social Services, Justice

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb398&Session=2600